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Attorney General of New Jersey Matt Platkin Talks Suing TikTok for Unlawful Practices That Harm NJ Youth
Oct 9, 2024
Matt Platkin, the Attorney General of New Jersey, discusses the state's lawsuit against TikTok for harmful practices affecting youth mental health. He outlines the concerns over TikTok's deceptive features and how they contribute to addictive behavior among young users. Platkin highlights the importance of social media accountability and the growing coalition of states pursuing legal actions against tech giants. The conversation sheds light on the broader implications for user safety and the responsibility of platforms in protecting vulnerable demographics.
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- New Jersey Attorney General Matt Platkin highlights the lawsuit against TikTok as a response to deceptive practices harming youth mental health.
- The legal actions against TikTok aim to hold the platform accountable for its misleading marketing strategies regarding user safety for vulnerable youth.
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Addressing Youth Mental Health Crisis
The legal actions taken against TikTok by New Jersey and other states aim to address the increasing youth mental health crisis attributed to social media usage. The states’ attorneys general highlight that social media companies have knowingly targeted young users, contributing to issues such as body dysmorphia and overall mental distress. TikTok is accused of using features that have detrimental effects on self-image, particularly affecting young girls. This lawsuit seeks to hold TikTok accountable for misleading the public about the safety of its platform, emphasizing the need for increased protections for vulnerable youth.
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